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emeraldjulep's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
I can hardly breathe having just finished this book. Like so many other reviewers I spent every free moment I had in the last day and 1/2 completely engrossed in this deeply unsettling, but moving story. She delves deeply into nature vs. nurture but allows the reader to question which wins out without spelling it all out. I was with Blythe the whole way-hoping but unsure of whether or not she had a grip on reality. It’s probably a better read for seasoned moms who can relate to the complexity motherhood. It’s never exactly what one expects- and it works out better for some than others. I agree with another reviewer that if you are pregnant or have very young children, don’t go here.
It’s an incredible work for a debut author. The characters and the plot are both so layered, the twists and pacing right on. I thought the ending was perfect.
I would have rated it higher becaue although it is very plausible that these things could happen, it’s improbable that all of it would happen to one woman and her lineage. It made me desperately sad for Blythe having had such an unfortunate childhood followed by such a sad adulthood - so unfair.
Highly recommend if you are up for a dark, intense read. (Narration was really great too).
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Vomit, Abortion, Pregnancy, Abandonment, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Suicide and Murder
ajeinsig's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Graphic: Child death, Death, Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Mental illness, Self harm, Sexual content, Grief, Murder, Pregnancy, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Toxic relationship and Stalking
ruthmac's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Self harm, and Murder
cuddlygryphon's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Child death, Self harm, and Grief
Moderate: Child abuse, Confinement, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Dementia, Death of parent, Murder, Pregnancy, and Gaslighting
Minor: Alcoholism, Infidelity, Sexual content, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Vomit, Medical content, Abortion, Abandonment, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
madeleinebay's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
4.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Death, Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Self harm, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Grief, Car accident, Abortion, Murder, Pregnancy, and Gaslighting
elle_laine's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Child death, Death, Mental illness, Suicide, Grief, Death of parent, and Murder
Moderate: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Infidelity, Self harm, and Abandonment
Minor: Addiction, Confinement, and Cursing
zoiejanelle's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
jesus mary and joseph this book was a mindfuck. motherhood is so scary and this book only worsened my fear. this was a thrilling examination of generational trauma and, as the summary says, what happens when women aren’t believed.
it was admittedly very slow and takes place exclusively in this woman’s mind, so anyone looking for action or plot should not turn to this book. however, i found the internal monologue, paired with the flashbacks, very entertaining. i was on the edge of my seat the entire time, begging for some closure, some truth.
not my typical read but totally worth it.
hashtag mommy issues, amirite?
Graphic: Child death, Death, Mental illness, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Grief, Murder, Pregnancy, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Alcoholism, Drug abuse, Drug use, Miscarriage, Blood, Stalking, Abortion, Abandonment, and Alcohol
Minor: Body shaming, Suicide, Vomit, Mass/school shootings, and Death of parent
jaylee_books's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Child death, Infidelity, Mental illness, Grief, Pregnancy, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Bullying, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Grief, Stalking, Car accident, Murder, Abandonment, and Alcohol
justsmileandnod's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Moderate: Suicide and Murder
thelibraryofanolive's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Child death, Death, Infidelity, Toxic relationship, Grief, Car accident, Death of parent, Pregnancy, and Abandonment
Moderate: Cursing, Sexual content, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Stalking, Murder, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Addiction, Confinement, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Drug use, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Sexual violence, Excrement, Dementia, Abortion, Death of parent, and Gaslighting